Rio Grande River Run - Leasburg Dam to Shalem Colony Trail
Dona Ana County, New Mexico
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04 :17 hrs
10.2 mi
39 ft
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Kayaking
Canoeing

Take your kayak out for a little paddling adventure down the Rio Grande from Leasburg Dam State Park to the Shalem Colony Trail Road Bridge, near Las Cruces. The run is typically very easy and very dependent on when irrigation water is released. Kayaks are the recommended vessel, as they can handle the lower water levels, but canoes can also make the trip. It is definitely not recommended for rafts. The only area of concern is at the first bridge you will come across, Highway 185, where debris can sometimes pile up - check this out for strainers and other blocks before you head down so you know what to expect. There is a $5 entrance fee per vehicle at Leasburg Dam, and it closes at 7, so plan accordingly so that your vehicle doesn't get locked in.

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